Yard-machines 390 User Manual

IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722Front T

10Controlling Speed And Tilling Depth• Wheel Yoke Adjustment: Place wheel yoke so that the wheels are forward (nearest point between wheels and tines)

11Throttle Control: The throttle control lever adjusts the engine speed and stops the engine. With the throttle control lever pushed completely forwar

12SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTSWARNING: Disconnect the spark plugwire and ground against the engine beforeperforming any adjustments, repairs, ormain

13SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR TILLERLubricationWARNING: Always stop engine anddisconnect spark plug wire beforecleaning, lubricating or doing any kin

14Figure 18• Reassemble the new belt, following instructions in reverse order. Make certain the reverse drive belt is assembled with the wide side of

15SECTION 8: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDETrouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective ActionEngine fails to startFuel tank empty, or stale fuel.Throttle control le

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17Model 340 Thru 345Ref. No.Part No. Part Description1. 712-0442 Acorn Lock Nut 1/4-202. 736-3020 Flat Washer .271” I.D. x .630” O.D.3. 731-1599 Handl

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19Model 340 Thru 345Ref. No.Part No. Part Description1. 712-0392 Hex L-Stop nut 1/4-282. 736-3020 Flat Wash. .266” I.D. x .625” O.D.3. 710-0599 Hex Wa

2TABLE OF CONTENTSContent PageImportant Safe Operation Practices... 3, 4Assembling You

20Model 390123456278910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031323334353637383940414230373043444546474849505152535455Standard Briggs & StrattonT

21Model 390REF. NO.PART NO. DESCRIPTION1 712-0442 Acorn Lock Nut 1/4-202 736-3020 Flat Washer .271” I.D. x .630” O.D.3 720-0270A Reverse Handle Grip4

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23Model 390REF. NO.PART NO. DESCRIPTION1 712-0392 Hex L-Stop nut 1/4-282 736-3020 Flat Wash. .266” I.D. x .625” O.D.3 710-0599 Hex Washer TT-Tap Scr.

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTDPRODUCTS INC (“MTD”) with respect to new merchan-dise purchase

3SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICESThis Symbol Points Out Important Safety Instructions Which, If Not Followed, Could Endanger The Persona

4CHILDREN• Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of small children. Children are often attracted to the tilling acti

5SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR TILLERNOTE: This operator’s guide covers three differentmodel tillers. Models 340 thru 345 have forward tinedrive only.

6Figure 3 Attaching Clutch Control Cable(s)Forward CableAttach the end of the forward cable to the bracket underneath the handle assembly as follows.

7Final Clutch AdjustmentTo check the clutch cable adjustment, proceed as follows.• Disconnect the spark plug wire and move it away from the spark plug

8Choke Lever (Model 340/390)The choke lever is located above the throttle control. It is used to enrich the fuel mixture when starting a cold engine.

9• Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. Keep a firm grip on starter handle. Let rope rewind slowly. Do not let starter handle snap bac